Steam Alternatives

Steam is described as 'Digital distribution, digital rights management, multiplayer and communications platform developed by Valve Corporation. It is used to distribute a wide range of games and related media entirely over the internet, stretching from one-man independent efforts to some of' and is a leading Game Store in the gaming software category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Steam for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Android, Linux and Mac apps. The best Steam alternative is GOG.com, which is free. Other great apps like Steam are itch.io, Lutris, Ubisoft Connect and Playnite.

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Steam alternatives are mainly Game Stores, but if you're looking for Game Library Managers or App Stores you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Windows, Free, Open Source, App Store, Mac and Game Library Manager. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Steam.
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  1. Mitch icon
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    Indie gaming is coming to mobile! With this app, you can easily install Android games from itch.io and keep them updated. This provides an alternative to the Google Play store for indie game developers and enthusiasts.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • itch.io
     
  2. Alawar icon
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    Alawar is a digitial platform developed by Alawar.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  3. Shockwave icon
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    Shockwave.com is the ultimate destination for free online games, free download games, and more! This is your chance to play games 24-7, with a ton of great categories to choose from. Best of all, Shockwave.com is updated daily, making our library of games virtually endless!

    33 Shockwave alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    The goal of the Science Game Center is to demonstrate to teachers, scientists, museums, and parents the myriad ways games can be used to improve education in math and science.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    GameSpy Arcade is a multiplayer game server browsing utility. GameSpy Arcade allows players to view and connect to available multiplayer games, and chat with other users of the service.

    10 GameSpy Arcade alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Challenge your mind daily with innovative puzzle gameplay combining Tic Tac Toe and Sokoban mechanics. A free strategic puzzle game with new challenges every day.

    133 Tic Tac Go alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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